Snece Shop-Carpenter-

15 S. Pionner, Ashland OR

Description

Position Overview: All OSF employees are expected to respect diverse ideas, races, genders, sexualities, abilities, cultures, and religions, contribute to working in an anti-racist social justice theater, and value Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). The Carpenter will work both collaboratively and independently to lay out, construct, install, transport, and maintain all scenic elements for all OSF projects. This position is represented by IATSE Local 154. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:  Build scenic elements and rehearsal scenery for OSF projects including, for example: platform and flat construction using wood and metal, trim detail fabrication, automation projects, sewing, painting, and carving. 2.       Models and supports the IDEA values of OSF by: a.        Demonstrating inclusive behavior and creating an environment of belonging. b.       Maintaining a safe and anti-racist working environment c.        Recognizing micro-aggressions and interrupting othering behaviors. 3.       Participate in the daily clean-up of all shop areas at the end of each workday and keep a clean and efficient workspace and tool cart. 4. Assist in maintaining the stock material inventories. Adheres to OSF Safety and Scene Shop Safety procedures/protocols. 5. Safely transport and deliver scenic elements using company vehicles.  6. Install and fine-tune scenery (load-ins and notes) including rigging and soft goods. 7. Maintain and repair scenic elements during the performance run. 8. Strike and restore scenic elements at the end of the production run.  When the productions are co-productions, purchased, or rented, Carpenters will assist in packaging, labeling, and loading scenic elements for transport. Other Duties and Responsibilities: 1.       Construction of multi-disciplinary elements (prop-scenery, lighting-scenery, etc). 2.       Attends company, department, shop meetings, and safety trainings as assigned. 3.       Pick up and deliver supplies. 4.       Engages with OSF patrons 5.       Support Marketing and Development efforts. 6.       Mentor colleagues as requested 7.       Perform other duties as assigned by scene shop management staff. Supervision Received: Shop Operations Manager, other shop managers Supervision Exercised: no direct reports REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Work Experience: Two years of experience in professional theatrical scenic construction. One year of combined training and technical experience will be considered in lieu of professional work experience.  Physical Ability: Must be able to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds, wear fall arrest harnesses, wear a respirator, regularly squat and maintain position, crawl and kneel, reach above shoulders, climb and work from ladders and personnel lifts. Ability to stand and walk for up to 6 hours. General Skills and Qualifications: Every carpenter should have demonstrated skills in most of the following areas. Carpenter I will have basic skills, Carpenter II will have advanced skills. This is a non-comprehensive list: Theatrical woodworking Metal welding and metal working Trim and detail fabrication Sewing Foam carving/sculpting Theatrical rigging Other Skills, Knowledge, and Ability: ·       Basic ability to work with computers (email, spreadsheets, cloud-based information services, open and review CAD drawings). ·       Comfortable with standard woodworking hand and power tools such as saws, routers, staple guns, metal forming tools, and lathes. ·       Ability to do shop math (an understanding of mathematical calculations in the construction world for building elements). ·       Truck loading and securing of materials ·       The ability to create positive working relationships with designers, colleagues, and staff in other departments. ·       An understanding that identity informs every individual’s human experience in a way that may differ from one’s own personal experience. Special Qualifications: Valid driver’s license with good driving record and ability to drive OSF trucks. Ability to drive a forklift, operate CNC machines and personnel lifts (OSF to provide training). Ability to pass and maintain a clear background check.  Special Hours Requirements: Standard work week is Monday – Friday. Occasional night-time and weekend hours are required for load-ins, load-outs, and technical rehearsal support. COVID Policy: OSF requires that all employees working on-site and for whom the COVID-19 vaccine is authorized to be vaccinated against COVID-19 including boosters if eligible. OSF will require proof of an approved COVID-19 vaccination before starting work on site. OSF will consider reasonable accommodations for individuals with a valid medical or religious exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.  OSF requires masking in some workplaces and vehicles. Benefits Amazing health, dental, and vision coverage, 403b retirement plan, long-term disability, and Basic Life Insurance; generous paid vacation and sick time; paid parental leave; local discounts from stores & restaurants; tickets for our shows, flexible working hours depending on the department. Pay Range: $23.41 (carpenter I) - $25.75 (carpenter II) / hour (depending on the level)  OSF is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We have a clear vision to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people (women, non-gender-binary/trans individuals, BIPOC -Black, Indigenous, and People of Color- communities, and people with disabilities) are STRONGLY encouraged to apply to our positions, and they stay and be supported in the organization.